Beacon Yellow HDC-CL-16 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F3C98C, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palomino Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F3C98C · HDC-CL-16
Beacon Yellow
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Beacon Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#F3C98C
RGB243, 201, 140
Estimated LRV62.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Palomino Gold
PPG
#F3CA8C
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Fennel Pollen
Kilz
#F7CC90
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Afterglow
Sherwin-Williams
#F6CD8E
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Daytime Sun
Dutch Boy
#F6CD8E
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Hacienda Clay
Vista Paint
#F0C989
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Sunset in Italy
Hirshfield's
#F0C484
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Croissant
Valspar
#F8CE8C
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Arts & Crafts Gold
Dunn-Edwards
#F5C68B
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Moir Gold
Benjamin Moore
#F3CE90
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Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
#F2CF86
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Colorhouse
#DFBD87
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Colors That Work With Beacon Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Beacon Yellow
#F3C98C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1CB67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Beacon Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Beacon Yellow Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Beacon Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Beacon Yellow have?
Beacon Yellow by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Beacon Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Beacon Yellow are Palomino Gold by PPG (a close digital match), Fennel Pollen by Kilz (a close digital match), Banana Shake by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Beacon Yellow's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Beacon Yellow?
Beacon Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 62.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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